{"id":165296,"date":"2022-12-12T08:46:40","date_gmt":"2022-12-12T08:46:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=164698"},"modified":"2026-03-02T07:32:46","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T07:32:46","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-avocado-oil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-avocado-oil\/","title":{"rendered":"Avocado Oil: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects By Dr. Rajeev Singh"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Avocado Oil<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Avocado Oil<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Avocado Oil for Overall Health<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Avocado Oil?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Avocado Oil<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Avocado Oil<\/a><\/li>
Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHave you relished avocado toast or guacamole at a brunch party? Isn\u2019t it amusing that oil extracted from the flesh of avocado fruit may have several benefits for health? The scientific name of avocado is Persea americana, <\/em>which belongs to <\/em>the Lauraceae <\/em>family. Avocado oil is extracted from avocado fruit by the cold-press method. Even 16th-century literature has reported use of avocado oil. Avocado oil is highly popular in the cosmetic industry due to the presence of high levels of vitamin E. Avocado oil is usually extracted from the Hass type of avocado which is grown in several countries like the United States, Chile, Mexico, Spain, New Zealand, etc1<\/a>,2<\/a><\/sup>. Let us look at some avocado oil health benefits.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Nutritional Value of Avocado Oil<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAvocado oil may contain several bioactive compounds like fatty acids, sterols, tocopherols, tocotrienols, phenolics, carotenoids, and chlorophylls 1<\/a><\/sup>. Additionally, avocado oil may contain the following components:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Energy:<\/strong> 884 kcal<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fats:<\/strong> 100 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fatty acids (saturated):<\/strong> 11.6 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fatty acids (monosaturated):<\/strong> 70.6 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fatty acids (polyunsaturated):<\/strong> 13.5 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Choline:<\/strong> 12-22.2 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Total chlorophyll:<\/strong> 13.3 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Total carotenoids:<\/strong> 1.9 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Lutein:<\/strong> 1.6 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u03b1-tocopherol (vitamin E):<\/strong> 0.11 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u03b2-tocopherol (vitamin E):<\/strong> 0.01 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sitosterol:<\/strong> 3.28 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Neoxanthin:<\/strong> 0.2 g\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n
From my knowledge, lutein and vitamin E, essential for healthy eyes and skin, are found in avocado oil. Researchers believe that particularly lutein is believed to guard against age-related macular degeneration, that may cause vision loss and even blindness 11<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\nDr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S, M.D (Ayu)<\/a><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Properties of Avocado Oil<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Some avocado oil properties are given below:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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It may lower bad cholesterol levels 4<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may help in weight management 5<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may regulate the blood pressure 6<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may lower blood sugar levels 7<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may protect the liver 8<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may act against the microbes 9<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may act against psoriasis 10<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Potential Uses of Avocado Oil for Overall Health<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Some of the possible uses of avocado oil are:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Potential Use of Avocado Oil to Lower Cholesterol<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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A study 14<\/a><\/sup> by Hernandez et al. In 2016 showed that avocado oil might be beneficial in reducing bad cholesterol levels- LDL (low-density lipoproteins) and total cholesterol. Avocados may possess cholesterol-lowering activities due to mono-unsaturated fatty acid (MUFA) and phytosterols 2<\/a><\/sup>. However, further studies are required to check if avocado oil may help to reduce cholesterol levels. Therefore, you must check your doctor in case of high cholesterol levels.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Potential Use of Avocado Oil for Managing Weight<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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A study 13<\/a><\/sup> by Furlan et al. in 2017 showed that a diet including avocado oil might help to reduce the levels of triglycerides (harmful fats), which may help to lower the risk of obesity. Excessive fat accumulation in the body may lead to diseases like diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and heart disease; therefore, it is vital to maintain a healthy weight 2<\/a><\/sup>. However, further studies are yet to be done to check if avocado oil may help manage weight. Therefore, you must consult your dietician before making any changes in your diet.\u00a0<\/p>
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